Prison

  •   Wed, Jun 19 2024
  •   By Hansel D'Souza

June 19, 2024

Prison
I live in a little prison I built myself,
It is the opinion of everyone I care.
It is the presuppositions from my belief,
That even strangers pause to look at me in disbelief!
A glance towards me I perceive as judgemental;
A smile thrown at me seems a little unreal,
A compliment sows seeds of doubt -
Was it meant? Or was it a veiled contempt?
I often long to wear my thoughts positive,
But I feel the gaze as mocking and vindictive.
I hide in my shell, lonely and sad-
Why can't I break the shackle that binds me?
To a painful misery that my mind conjures.
I long for a life of freedom and tranquility,
An escape from the prison of my minds' insanity,
To the world of smiles, embrace and positivity.

 

 
By Hansel D'Souza
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Comment on this article

  • stanislaus pinto, Silvergate,kulshekar,Mangaklore 575005

    Mon, Jun 24 2024

    Knowing and observing thoughtfully leads to perfect knowledge .This leads to wisdom - all shall be in this process = formation of individual personality

  • RkR, Mangalore/ Dubai

    Sat, Jun 22 2024

    Key to a Closed door- Key being yourself !!

  • William Rodrigues, Milagres, Mangalore

    Fri, Jun 21 2024

    Very creative. Keep it up. You have bright future.

  • Maria Althea, Goa

    Fri, Jun 21 2024

    Beautifully penned and expressive. Loved it!!

  • Sunil Dsouza, Mangalore

    Fri, Jun 21 2024

    Nice poem!!

  • R Bhandarkar, Mangaluru.

    Fri, Jun 21 2024

    Dear Hansel,knowing and coming terms to reality in itself is a first step towards enlightenment. Knowing the quagmire you are in and putting it across in simple words for 'others' to understand shows your prowess in communicating.However, Yes, knowing is different from knowledge. Write, travel inwards often till you get your answer.. All the v best👍🏻

  • Rita, Germany

    Wed, Jun 19 2024

    Wonderful.I think many people do that as you mentioned without knowing.When will be the release come?Have to wait.Write further .


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